Whirlwinds Achieve Triple Digits Once Again Against Longhorns
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (8-7, 0-1) hosted the Floydada Whirlwinds (19-4, 1-0) in district play on Tuesday night. The Whirlwinds were able to jump out to an early lead in the first quarter and would
Floyd County Stock Show Kicks Off Wednesday Afternoon
MUNCY, TX – For more than 60 years, youth throughout the county have been competing in the annual Floyd County Livestock Show, and once again this week, members of the local FFA and 4H clubs will parade
Former Floydada Methodist Pastor Leading West Plains Conference
LUBBOCK, TX – Many Methodist congregations across West Texas have voted over the past few months to disaffiliate with the United Methodist Church in favor of a “new theologically conservative Methodist denomination steeped in the great ecumenical
Lockney Hospital Board to Receive New Equipment Update
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney General Hospital District holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday (January 4, 2023) at noon, the first of the new year. Board members will hear about how W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital performed during
Juan Villarreal (Lockney)
Juan B. Villarreal, age 93, of Lockney, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at San Jose Catholic Church in Lockney, with Father Sylvester
Lady Winds Travel to Play Against the Lady Horns on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX- The Lockney Lady Horns will host the Floydada Lady Winds as both teams look to gain position in the district standings. The Lady Horns are 15-6 overall and 2-1 in district play. The Lady Winds
Lockney Hosts Floydada in District Battle on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The #5-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds will make the short trip to take on the Lockney Longhorns in district action on Tuesday at 7:45 pm. The Whirlwinds go into Tuesday night with a record of 19-4
Whirlwinds Go Perfect in the Irion County Tournament
MERTZON, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds were in action during the winter break in the Irion County Tournament. The Whirlwinds matched up against McMullen County in the first round, where they would win 70-54. The second round
Carl’s Cogitations: New Year with New Resolve
The new year is dawning, and as is customary this time of year, I am sure many reading this article have turned their attention over the past few weeks to make new resolutions for 2023. The vast
Mary Sims (Floydada)
Mary Elizabeth Sims, age 76, of Floydada, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at the Primitive Baptist Church in Floydada, with Don Martin and
Following Two Decades of Service, Davenport Leaves Courthouse
FLOYDADA, TX – After 17 years, Patty Davenport is making new plans. For the past 16 years, the Floyd County resident has served as District Clerk for the county. Last week, however, she officially retired. “I started
Caprock Canyons State Park Participating in Statewide Celebration
QUITAQUE, TX – Across the state, Texas Parks and Wildlife are starting the new year with a unique opportunity: First Day Hikes. Locally, the event will be held at Caprock Canyons State Park on Sunday, January 1,
Intentional Investing: Investing Definitions
As we speed towards the end of the year, I thought it would be helpful to give some definitions of some of the terms I may use in my articles. Below is a list of some of
Second Drought of a Lifetime Describes 2022 Weather
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – After a historic drought in 2011, many residents may have thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime weather event. Unfortunately, the drought of 2022 may top it. According to the final U.S. drought monitor for
McGuire Closes the Cash Till for Final Time
FLOYDADA, TX – After 33 years of service, a familiar face is leaving First Texas National Bank. Jodie McGuire celebrated her retirement last week, capping off a career with the locally-owned firm that began back in 1989.
Margaret Rodgers Burton (Lubbock)
Margaret Louise (McKinney) Rodgers Burton, 100, went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 16, 2022. Margaret was born August 10, 1922, in Floyd County, Floydada, Texas, to John James and Virginia Lee (Wade) McKinney. Margaret was
Carl’s Cogitations: Details of His Birth
Since we find ourselves at a natural pause transitioning topics in the current series of studies presented in this column, I thought we would focus this space for the subsequent two iterations on the seasonal time we
Ricky Ascencio (Lockney)
Ricky Ascencio, age 47, of Lockney, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Sunday, December 18, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December
Wind Chill Warning Issued for Entire South Plains
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – An arctic blast blew through the region after 2:00 am, bringing high winds and bitterly cold temperatures. From a high of 54° to an early morning low of 4°, the temperatures’ swing paled
Lockney Lady Horns Continue Win Streak Against Smyer
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (16-5, 2-1) won their second district game in a row over the Smyer Lady Cats (6-12, 0-3) on Tuesday. The Lady Cats came out to take the lead at the
Longhorns Fall to Smyer Bobcats in District Opener
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (8-6, 0-1) faced off against the Smyer Bobcats (2-11, 1-0) in each of the teams’ first district game. The Bobcats’ defense in the first quarter set the tone for the game
Lady Winds Find First District Win Against New Deal
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (6-7, 1-2) were victorious in their district game against the New Deal Lady Lions (9-7, 1-2) on Tuesday. The Lady Winds came out and set the tone for the game
Ranked Battle Ends in Dramatic Fashion in Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX – The #16 Floydada Whirlwinds (14-4, 1-0) were victorious in their district opener on Tuesday against the #7 New Deal Lions (9-4, 0-1). At the end of the first half, the Winds battled for a
Intentional Investing: COHEN AND STEERS INFRASTRUCTURE FUND
Cohen and Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) is similar to the fund we highlighted last week, the Reeves Utility Income Fund (UTG). They are often considered sister funds, even though they are managed by different investment firms. UTF
Lady Horns Battle Smyer on Tuesday in District Action
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (14-5, 1-1) look to continue their momentum from last week as they host the Smyer Lady Cats (6-11, 0-2) in a district game. The Lady Horns defeated the New Deal
Longhorns First District Game Against Smyer on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – Tuesday night’s district matchup in Lockney will see the Longhorns tip-off against the Smyer Bobcats. This will be the first district game for both teams. Tip-off for the JV boys will be at 5:00
Lady Winds Host Lady Lions for District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (5-7, 0-2) look to get their first district win against the New Deal Lady Lions (9-6, 1-1) on Tuesday. Last Friday, the Lady Winds battled Sudan and lost 86–47. For
Two Ranked Teams Battle in First District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The #16 Floydada Whirlwinds (13-4, 0-0) start their district campaign on Tuesday against the #7 New Deal Lions (9-3, 0-0). The game will take place in Floydada, with the game starting at 7:45 p.m.
Carl’s Cogitations: The Inspired Word (Part 5)
In last week’s article, a sampling of scientific facts presented in the scriptures far before the time when the authors could know them was presented. Just as with the scientific evidence that supports inspiration, there is a
Lady Winds Bested by Sudan in District Play
SUDAN, TX – The Sudan Lady Hornets hosted the Floydada Lady Winds for a district game on Friday night. Thanks to a 60 point first half, the Lady Hornets went to the locker room at halftime with